The board at La Liga giants Barcelona is keeping a close eye on Fiorentina star Dodô’s situation, especially as rumors fly that he’s set to leave for absolutely nothing next summer. There’s even alleged mutual interest brewing for a move to the Spotify Camp Nou.
Barcelona’s Backline Puzzle
Look, the brass in Catalunya’s capital are out there scouring the market right now, specifically for a new right-back. Why? Well, Jules Koundé has apparently fallen out of favor, Eric García is naturally a center-back, and Hansi Flick, the man in charge, considers João Cancelo way more of a left-back than a right-back. So, Deco and the crew are absolutely keen to inject some fresh defensive blood into their ranks for next season. They’ve already put together a shortlist of options, with a real emphasis on finding someone who fits Flick’s system perfectly and offers solid market value. And with all that in mind, Dodô’s name has come roaring back to the forefront behind the scenes at Barcelona over the past few days.
The Free Agent Frenzy
Here’s the kicker that makes this whole thing so wild: a report from Diario Sport out of Italy says Dodô has made up his mind not to renew his contract with Fiorentina. That means he’ll be walking away for free next season! And get this, he’s reportedly studying serious interest from not just Barça, but also Milan and Juventus. The Blaugrana board, by the way, has been monitoring this attack-minded Brazilian for a long, long time. It also sounds like Dodô himself is pretty keen on the prospect of taking his talents to La Liga. Next summer could be an absolute battle for his signature, especially since he won’t cost a transfer fee.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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